The SS President Jackson was a passenger ship launched in 1940, primarily used for transpacific voyages. It was part of the American President Lines fleet and was designed to carry both cargo and passengers between the United States and Asia. The ship featured modern amenities for its time, catering to travelers seeking comfort during long journeys. During World War II, the SS President Jackson was repurposed for military use, serving as a troop transport vessel. After the war, it returned to commercial service, continuing to operate until it was eventually retired and scrapped in the late 1970s.